Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 47/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 888,046); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Samsung Galaxy S20
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 888046
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 38 points higher (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 6/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (96/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 888046 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 70.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (80/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (96/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 38 points (85/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.